Pig War
What two countries were caught up in the Pig War?
The USA and the UK
What does impressment mean?
forced to fight for another country
What Branch is the President called?
the Executive Branch
What is a settlement?
a. a place where the climate is hot
b. a place where boats dock
c. a place where a group of people live
d. a place where people decide to sell their goods
Why did the Pig War start?
How did American sailors end up fighting for the British?
They were taken off of US ships
What are the three branches of US government?
Executive, Legislative, Judicial
Why is water important for settling?
answers may vary
What island did the "war" happen on?
San Juan Island
Why did British officers board the USS Chesapeake?
To find British soldiers
There is only one of which kind of leader in the United States?
a. president
b. mayor
c. council
d. governor
What was a good reason to build a settlement on a hill?
a. It is easier to defend in a time of war.
b. It is easier to keep the land drier uphill.
c. Boats can easily transport goods.
d. People liked the view from the hill.
Why did US settlers come to San Juan Island?
good farming land // the gold rush in Canada
Was the US navy more powerful than the British navy in the War of 1812?
No
No
What type of settlement is Anyang?
Cluster Settlement
Random Question: What Island was extremely important during the Korean War?
Incheon Island
Random Question: How far is Anyang from Seoul?
25 km
What government leader would you most likely meet in your own community?
The Mayor
What is a metropolis?
city of over 1,000,000 people